1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 179 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 710 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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 Scion xD 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | Riviera | xD |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |