1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander

To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander 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 243 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Mahindra Commander 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 Mahindra Commander 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2003 Mahindra Commander has manual transmission. 2003 Mahindra Commander 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 Mahindra Commander
Make Buick Mahindra
Model Riviera Commander
Year Released 1968 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 2110 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2690 mm