1991 Acura Legend vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 23 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) has 145 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 350 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. 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, 1991 Acura Legend, 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1991 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | Legend | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
