1978 Buick Century vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2000 Skoda Superb is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Skoda Superb.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Superb, 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, 2000 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2000 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Century | Superb |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |