1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 345 kg more than 1962 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Esprit | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 30 L |
