1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Kia Towner
To start off, 2002 Kia Towner 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 267 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 724 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2002 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Riviera | Towner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1820 mm |
