2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1964 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 144 kg more than 1964 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1964 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Pilot | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 30 L |
