1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | 300 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |