1989 Skoda Favorit vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 15 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 180 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Skoda Favorit | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Favorit | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
