1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 491 kg more than 1956 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Skoda 1200 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 1956 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera, 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Riviera | 1200 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |