1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 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 238 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 830 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Lancer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |