1962 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 530 kg more than 1962 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Skoda Octavia 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 1962 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | Octavia | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |
