1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 405 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Octavia | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |