1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 590 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Roadmaster | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
