1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Sprinter | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
