1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 213 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Ascona | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
