1987 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2001 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |