1963 Skoda Octavia vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 29 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 245 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Skoda Octavia | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | Octavia | 245 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |