1994 Skoda Felicia vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1994 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 152 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Skoda Felicia | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Felicia | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
