1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL 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 243 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra CL 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, 2002 Mahindra CL 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra CL. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2002 Mahindra CL 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 | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Buick | Mahindra |
| Model | Riviera | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
