2008 Opel Antara vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 835 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Antara | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
