1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (398 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 114 L |
