1978 Buick Century vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Century | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
