2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 360 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 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | B4000 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 30 L |
