1968 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Skoda | Xedos |
| Model | Octavia | 9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
