1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 153 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Skylark | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
