2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 42 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 875 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Captiva | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |