1979 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Estate (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Estate 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 1979 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Estate | Octavia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |