1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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 29 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO. (276 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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 Mitsubishi GTO 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) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO. (426 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | GTO |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
