1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1945 Skoda Popular
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Skoda Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Skoda Popular 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 275 more horse power than 1945 Skoda Popular. (30 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1945 Skoda Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1945 Skoda Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1968 Buick Riviera | 1945 Skoda Popular | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Riviera | Popular |
Year Released | 1968 | 1945 |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |