1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos 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) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 169 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
