1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 605 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sunny | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
