2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 1967 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 7 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Toyota Crown 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Skoda Octavia 1967 Toyota Crown
Make Skoda Toyota
Model Octavia Crown
Year Released 2000 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2253 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1248 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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