1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, 1999 Nissan SUT 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 165 more horse power than 1999 Nissan SUT. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan SUT.
Because 1999 Nissan SUT 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 Nissan SUT 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan SUT. (372 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan SUT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | SUT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
