1968 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 43 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Musso (119 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1031 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 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Skoda Octavia | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Musso |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
