1993 Lexus GS vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 23 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 748 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, 1993 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lexus | Skoda |
| Model | GS | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
