1997 Buick Century vs. 1968 Buick Riviera

To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 29 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 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. 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, 1997 Buick Century, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Buick Century 1968 Buick Riviera
Make Buick Buick
Model Century Riviera
Year Released 1997 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 7050 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 645 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 106.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 99.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 75 L


 

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