1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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 90 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Montero |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |