1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
