1984 Opel Ascona vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 341 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Ascona | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
