1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 275 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Prairie | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
