1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
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, 2007 Volvo V70, 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | V70 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |