1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 105 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Riviera | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 292 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |