2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 23 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 725 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Rainier | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 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 |
