2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Crown (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
