1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett 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 138 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 925 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Riviera | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
