2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza 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 108 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza 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 Buick Terraza 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Terraza | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
