1954 Buick 40 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1979 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1979 Skoda L | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | 40 | L |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 825 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |