2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |