1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | 88 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
