2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 26 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1179 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Rainier | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
