2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
