1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Riviera | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 25 L |