2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Aristo weights approximately 431 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Aristo 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 1993 Toyota Aristo. 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, 1993 Toyota Aristo (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Aristo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
