1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 806 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Skoda | Buick |
| Model | Octavia | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
