1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 231 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 104 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 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Caddy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |