1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 711 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Cutlass | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
