1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Levante | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
