1977 Buick Electra vs. 1965 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1965 Skoda 1202. 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1965 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Electra | 1202 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |