2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Am | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
