1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 16 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Stanza | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
