1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1969 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2400 mm |
