1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sunny | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
