2005 Honda Legend vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 792 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, 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, 2005 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Legend | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |