2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1981 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 Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Rainier | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
