2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 375 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
