1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Outlook. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saturn Outlook 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Riviera | Outlook |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |