1968 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 39 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 400 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1666 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
