2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 495 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
