1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift

To start off, 2002 Suzuki Swift 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 253 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift
Make Buick Suzuki
Model Riviera Swift
Year Released 1968 2002
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2270 mm