1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (597 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 8128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 111 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 140 L |
