1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 101 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Skylark | Octavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |