1989 Skoda Favorit vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda Favorit has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda Favorit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Skoda Favorit | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Favorit | Avensis |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |