1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1967 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Chevrolet Caprice 1967 Skoda Octavia
Make Chevrolet Skoda
Model Caprice Octavia
Year Released 1976 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5732 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 5670 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2400 mm


 

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