1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 334 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Traverse |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |