1984 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Omega | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
