1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 870 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Toronado | L |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
