1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux 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 111 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 985 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (428 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hilux. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Hilux |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 428 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 915 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |