1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 45 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |