1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2003 Jeep Liberty 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 95 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2003 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Liberty. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2003 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2003 Jeep Liberty 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 | 2003 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
