1967 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 574 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 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 | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
