1998 Skoda Octavia vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 10 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |