2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1602 kg more than 1966 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Expedition | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 82 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 30 L |