1969 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 505 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.
Because 1969 Skoda Octavia 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 Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Avensis |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |