2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 441 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Camaro | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |