2007 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 598 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
