1982 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 80 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
