1980 Renault 5 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
Because 1980 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
