2004 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 36 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 67 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | MDX | Riviera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |