1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Cutlass | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3351 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
