1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 160 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 424 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Traviq |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |