1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 655 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Super 5 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |