2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1980 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 Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Terraza | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
