1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 224 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 855 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Terios |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 46 L |