1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 2008 Skoda Octavia
Make Toyota Skoda
Model Corona Octavia
Year Released 1975 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2580 mm


 

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