1998 Skoda Octavia vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 33 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Skoda Octavia | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
