1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 70 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 566 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Ram |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |