1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 382 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (411 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 2004 Ford Mustang
Make Buick Ford
Model Riviera Mustang
Year Released 1968 2004
Body Type Coupe Coupe
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 260 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 411 Nm
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 59 L


 

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