1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Polara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Polara would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Polara 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 Dodge Polara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Polara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
