1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 636 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |