1986 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 21 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 155 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, 2007 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Superb. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Regal | Superb |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| 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 | 1645 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 |
