2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-350 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | E-350 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 30 L |
