1977 Skoda L vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 915 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Skoda L | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Skoda | Buick |
Model | L | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |