1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2003 Skoda Superb is newer by 19 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, 2003 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 179 kg more than 2003 Skoda Superb.
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, 2003 Skoda Superb, 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, 2003 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Superb 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 | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Superb |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
