1971 Skoda 1202 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Skoda 1202 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1202 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
