1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 730 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Skoda Octavia 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 1968 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Riviera | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |