1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 42 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 147 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Riviera | Vibe |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |