2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1971 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Ridgeline | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 30 L |
