1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna 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 144 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna 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 | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Magna |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |