1978 Buick Regal 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 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal.
Because 1978 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Regal | Octavia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |