1972 Skoda 1202 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Skoda 1202 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1202 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
