1963 Skoda Octavia vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 375 kg more than 1963 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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Skoda Octavia | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Skoda | Venturi |
Model | Octavia | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |