2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
