1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Toyota Carina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 32 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda Octavia | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Carina |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |