1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 42 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1970 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 1970 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Applause | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
