2008 Skoda Praktik vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Praktik, 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 Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Praktik | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Praktik | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
