1989 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |