1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Volvo SCC
To start off, 2001 Volvo SCC 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 97 more horse power than 2001 Volvo SCC. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo SCC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 449 kg more than 2001 Volvo SCC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo SCC. (285 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo SCC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2001 Volvo SCC | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Riviera | SCC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1451 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
