1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 365 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Porsche 911 1967 Skoda Octavia
Make Porsche Skoda
Model 911 Octavia
Year Released 1990 1967
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 30 L


 

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