1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1989 Buick Reatta is newer by 21 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 140 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 368 kg more than 1989 Buick Reatta. 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, 1989 Buick Reatta, 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Reatta | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
