2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 50 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 42 kg more than 1959 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.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Explorer | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |