1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Jeep Willys
To start off, 2001 Jeep Willys 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) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Willys. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Willys. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Jeep Willys. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Willys 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 Jeep Willys 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Willys. (210 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Willys.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2001 Jeep Willys | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | Willys |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
