2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
