1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 28 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1966 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lotus Esprit | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Esprit | Octavia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |