1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia.

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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Camaro 1963 Skoda Octavia
Make Chevrolet Skoda
Model Camaro Octavia
Year Released 1982 1963
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4995 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 30 L


 

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