1968 Skoda Octavia vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Skoda Octavia | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
