1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 40 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 241 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 900 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. 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, 2008 Renault Symbol, 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) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | Symbol |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2473 mm |