2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 38 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 109 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 46 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Terraza | Riviera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 1946 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |