1970 Skoda 1202 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda 1202 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1202 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
