1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2006 Holden Captiva is newer by 38 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Holden Captiva. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Captiva.
Because 2006 Holden Captiva 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, 2006 Holden Captiva 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Captiva. (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2006 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
