1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 254 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 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
