1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1998 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1998 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Octavia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |