1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
