1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 391 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont 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 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
