1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 885 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2002 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2002 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2520 mm |
