1968 Nissan President vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan President 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 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (311 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | President | Octavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |