2003 Buick Century vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Buick Century is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Century weights approximately 695 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Century | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Century | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 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 |
