1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 361 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 1990 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | LeSabre | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
