1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 930 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
