1968 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 69 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Commodore | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
