2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 752 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana, 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 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Montana | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Montana | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 30 L |