2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 22 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 995 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1983 Skoda L | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Rendezvous | L |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |