2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1968 Buick Riviera

To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 35 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.

Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Rainier 1968 Buick Riviera
Make Buick Buick
Model Rainier Riviera
Year Released 2003 1968
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 7050 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 645 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 106.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 99.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 75 L


 

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