1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2003 Holden Rodeo is newer by 35 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 160 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2003 Holden Rodeo 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, 2003 Holden Rodeo 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3060 mm |
