1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 44 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 144 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 262 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.

Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 2012 Hyundai Terracan
Make Buick Hyundai
Model Riviera Terracan
Year Released 1968 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 193 km/hour 167 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 75 L


 

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