1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter

To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 151 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 79 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 2004 Dodge Sprinter
Make Buick Dodge
Model Riviera Sprinter
Year Released 1968 2004
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 2688 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 330 Nm
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 88 mm
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1979 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 2600 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 98 L


 

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