1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1989 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 1989 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Riviera | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |
