1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Daimler | Skoda |
Model | Conquest | Octavia |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |