1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 391 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick LeSabre 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 1976 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | LeSabre | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
