2000 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (276 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A8 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
