2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1964 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 649 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1964 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Lumina | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |