2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1971 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Lucerne | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
