1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1977 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 1977 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Octavia |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |