1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 980 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Explorer | Octavia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |