1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2004 Saab 9-7X 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. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Saab 9-7X. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 9-7X. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Riviera | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
