1985 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 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, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Electra | Octavia |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |