1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2008 Skoda Superb is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Skoda Superb.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Riviera | Superb |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
