1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo 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 220 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo 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 Tata Indigo
Make Buick Tata
Model Riviera Indigo
Year Released 1968 2006
Engine Size 7050 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2410 mm