2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1964 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1609 kg more than 1964 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1964 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Express | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 30 L |
