1980 Opel Commodore vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Because 1980 Opel Commodore 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 1980 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Commodore | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Commodore | Octavia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |