1970 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 498 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 1970 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 1970 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry, 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Camry |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |