2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 256 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Express | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2690 mm |
