1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar 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 104 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 39 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Freestar |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |