1992 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Regal | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
