1980 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
