1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 197 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1640 kg |
