1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 135 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Buick Volkswagen
Model Riviera Jetta
Year Released 1968 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 2480 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3750 RPM
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 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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