1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 39 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, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 275 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 Ford Territory | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Territory |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3982 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
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 | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |