1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 31 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 128 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | S-10 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |