1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 495 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
