1999 GAZ 3110 vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 1999 GAZ 3110 is newer by 37 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 430 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, 1999 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

1999 GAZ 3110 1962 Skoda Octavia
Make GAZ Skoda
Model 3110 Octavia
Year Released 1999 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 189 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2400 mm


 

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