1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 31 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 64 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Skoda Roomster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Skoda Roomster, 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 2008 Skoda Roomster. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Roomster has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Roomster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Roomster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |