1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1982 Skoda L | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Riviera | L |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |