1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 119 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
