2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Odyssey | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 30 L |
