1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 875 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Riviera | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
