2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 196 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
