1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 770 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
