1999 Nissan Primera vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Nissan Primera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Primera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1962 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Skoda Octavia 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 1962 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Primera, 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 Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Primera | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Primera | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
