1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Explorer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |