1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Jimmy | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
