1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 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 245 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Sirion |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |