1988 Nissan Prairie vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 29 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 58 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.
Because 1959 Skoda Octavia 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 1959 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie, 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, 1988 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Prairie | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Prairie | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
