1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan 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 157 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 546 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Eurovan, 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (279 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Eurovan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |