1975 Renault 30 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 24 kg more than 1975 Renault 30.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 30 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
