1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 655 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2520 mm |
