1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Toronado | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
