1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Octavia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |