1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Toronado | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
