1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus

To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus is newer by 27 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 97 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus.

Because 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus has manual transmission. 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus 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 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model Riviera Gaus
Year Released 1968 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual


 

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