1977 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Electra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
