1973 Skoda 1202 vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Skoda 1202 | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 1202 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
