1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 905 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
