1969 Skoda 1202 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Skoda 1202 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 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Skoda 1202 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1202 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
