1979 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |