1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 32 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 144 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (161 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Riviera | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |