1972 Nissan President vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1972 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 1972 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1972 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | President | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
