1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 21 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1408 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.
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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Skoda |
Model | Silver Spirit | Octavia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2400 mm |