1995 Lada Samara vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 25 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 52 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara.
Because 1970 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 1970 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara, 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, 1995 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Samara | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
