1969 Skoda Octavia vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Skoda Octavia | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Crown |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |