1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Skoda Octavia | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
