1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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 139 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 334 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |