1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1996 Steyr G-series 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 130 more horse power than 1996 Steyr G-series. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Steyr G-series weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 1996 Steyr G-series 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, 1996 Steyr G-series 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Steyr G-series. (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1996 Steyr G-series | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | Riviera | G-series |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2090 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 |