1998 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile SS | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | SS | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
