1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP) has 164 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 253 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (249 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Focus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4393 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
