1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 472 kg more than 1981 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Jetfire | L |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
