2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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 (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
