1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 68 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Lancer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |