1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Econoline |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 7275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |