1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Skylark | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
