1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 111 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 127 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Sorento |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2027 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |