1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Touareg |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |