1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser

To start off, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 152 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 950 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.

Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
Make Buick Toyota
Model Riviera Mega Cruiser
Year Released 1968 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 2850 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2180 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 108 L


 

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