1989 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 80 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
