1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 765 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | LeSabre | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
