1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2001 Toyota RSC 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 111 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RSC. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RSC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 504 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC 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 Toyota RSC 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RSC. (284 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RSC. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RSC has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RSC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | RSC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
