1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 28 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 199 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1996 Renault 19 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | 19 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |