1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 1964 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Skoda Octavia (44 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault Super 5 | 1964 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Super 5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
