1968 Rover 2000 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Rover 2000 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 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Rover 2000 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 2000 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |