1963 Skoda Octavia vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 30 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 695 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Skoda Octavia | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Previa |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |