2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.

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2004 Mazda B4000 1963 Skoda Octavia
Make Mazda Skoda
Model B4000 Octavia
Year Released 2004 1963
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4031 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 82 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 7.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1667 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 30 L