1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 26 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 211 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1994 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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.
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1968 Buick Riviera | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | G |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |