2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Because 1977 Toyota Corona 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 1977 Toyota Corona. 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, 1977 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
