1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 16 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1967 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Plymouth Turismo | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
Model | Turismo | Octavia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |