1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Riviera | Freelander |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |