1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1999 Nissan Pickup 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 1999 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Pickup | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
