1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 52 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (409 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 640 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Octavia | SLK |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4146 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |