1978 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 605 kg more than 1980 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1980 Skoda L | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Regal | L |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 825 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 |