1998 Skoda Octavia vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
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, 1982 Toyota Camry (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Skoda Octavia | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
