2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (419 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 721 kg more than 1962 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Challenger (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Challenger | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 419 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
