1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |