1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
