1971 Nissan President vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan President weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1971 Nissan President 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 1971 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan President | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | President | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
