1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 675 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | LeSabre | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
