1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Lada 110
To start off, 2009 Lada 110 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 214 more horse power than 2009 Lada 110. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada 110, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 110. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2009 Lada 110 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 | 2009 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Riviera | 110 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
