1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
