2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 30 L |
