1973 Nissan President vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan President | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | President | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2973 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
