2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1969 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Explorer | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
