1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 23 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) has 60 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (468 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet SS. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet SS has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet SS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1991 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | SS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
