1954 Buick 70 vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1986 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1986 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 1986 Skoda L | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | 70 | L |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2410 mm |