1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 785 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Octavia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |