2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP) has 476 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 905 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | Vanquish | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
