2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1962 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Equus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
