1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Cadillac Vizon
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Vizon is newer by 33 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 5 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 314 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (407 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Vizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2001 Cadillac Vizon | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | Vizon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
