1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, both vehicles can yield 305 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Titan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |