1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Riviera | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
