1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Riviera | Musso |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |