1985 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Electra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
