2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 54 kg more than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1984 Toyota Cressida 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 1984 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
