1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Delta 88 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
