1987 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 471 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Regal | 1202 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |