2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | CR-V | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 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 | 840 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
