1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Renault Laguna

To start off, 1990 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 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 218 more horse power than 1990 Renault Laguna. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1990 Renault Laguna
Make Buick Renault
Model Riviera Laguna
Year Released 1968 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 181 Nm
Top Speed 193 km/hour 249 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1005 kg
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2550 mm


 

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