1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 94 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Buick Jeep
Model Riviera Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1968 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 91 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 78 L


 

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