1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 73 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (325 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Explorer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |