1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 5 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 Saab 9-4X 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Riviera | 9-4X |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |