1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 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 118 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.

Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Riviera Suburban
Year Released 1968 1992
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 9 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 2145 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3350 mm


 

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