1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 29 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) has 210 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1997 Daihatsu Feroza 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) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Feroza has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza 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 | 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Feroza |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 95 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 130 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2180 mm |