1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Ford Corsair

To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 710 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1989 Ford Corsair
Make Buick Ford
Model Riviera Corsair
Year Released 1968 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 2389 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2560 mm