1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 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 206 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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 Hyundai i20, 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 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Riviera | i20 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2525 mm |