1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Croma | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Croma | Octavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3530 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |