1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lincoln Continental 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 1974 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | Continental | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2520 mm |
