1978 Toyota Crown vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1978 Toyota Crown 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 1978 Toyota Crown. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Crown 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:
| 1978 Toyota Crown | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Crown | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
