1986 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |