1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass 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 147 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Compass.
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 Jeep Compass, 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Compass 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 | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | Compass |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
