1982 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | S | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
