1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |