1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo 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) has 252 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Aygo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |