1986 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2000 Skoda Superb is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Superb. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Superb weights approximately 86 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
Because 1986 Buick Regal 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 1986 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Superb. (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 2000 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Regal | Superb |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |