2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 575 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
