1966 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 875 kg more than 1966 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Octavia | E |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1845 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |