1968 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Skoda L is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1233 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1992 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1992 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Toronado | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2118 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
