1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 43 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Journey.
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, 2011 Dodge Journey, 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Journey |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
