1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Riviera | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
