1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1964 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 615 kg more than 1964 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1964 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Camaro | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
