1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 177 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (128 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
