1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Skoda Superb.
Because 1979 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | LeSabre | Superb |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
