1993 Renault Express vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Express (45 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Renault Express.
Because 1968 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 1968 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 1968 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Express | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
