1999 Buick Regal vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Regal | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
