1985 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 100 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
