2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 684 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Lumina | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 0 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |
