1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 710 kg more than 1965 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
Model | Town & Country | Octavia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |