1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro 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 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Holden | Skoda |
Model | Monaro | Octavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |