1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sunny | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
