1977 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 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, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Sedan | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Sedan | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2400 mm |
