1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro 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, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro (750 HP) has 445 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro.

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, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm). This means 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Buick Lotec
Model Riviera Testa de Oro
Year Released 1968 1992
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 7050 cc 4943 cc
Horse Power 305 HP 750 HP
Torque 645 Nm 900 Nm
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 78 mm
Top Speed 193 km/hour 347 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1650 kg


 

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