1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2010 Proton Gen-2 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 197 more horse power than 2010 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2010 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Riviera | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
