2000 Opel Speedster vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 30 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Speedster weights approximately 36 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Speedster | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Speedster | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |