1970 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 357 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Octavia | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
