1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 148 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |