1988 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | Niva | Octavia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |