2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 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 Mazda RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | RX-8 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
