1977 Buick Regal vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. 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 Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1986 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1986 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Regal | L |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
