1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 581 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Express |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |