1989 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 67 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
