1979 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
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, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Omega | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
