2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 27 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1033 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1979 Skoda L | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Rendezvous | L |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 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 |