1970 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Skoda Octavia 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Skoda Chevrolet
Model Octavia Camaro
Year Released 1970 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 572 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 754 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 72 L


 

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