1969 Skoda Octavia vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 12 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 80 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Skoda Octavia | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Octavia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
