1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 41 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 934 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge 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 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Edge |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |