1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi Coupe weights approximately 8 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe, 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
