2005 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 37 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 146 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
