1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2001 Skoda Montreux
To start off, 2001 Skoda Montreux is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Montreux (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Montreux should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1984 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 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Montreux, 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, 2001 Skoda Montreux (310 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm). This means 2001 Skoda Montreux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2001 Skoda Montreux | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Montreux |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
