1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 33 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 420 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
