1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Station Wagon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
