1998 Buick Signia vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Skoda Octavia 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 1967 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Signia | Octavia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |