1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Honda Passport

To start off, 1999 Honda Passport 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) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Passport.

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, 1999 Honda Passport, 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Passport.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1999 Honda Passport
Make Buick Honda
Model Riviera Passport
Year Released 1968 1999
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 190 HP
Torque 645 Nm 256 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2710 mm