1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1966 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2400 mm |
