1981 Renault 4 vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. 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, 1998 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 4 | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 4 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
