1989 Rover Montego vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego.
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 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover Montego | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | Montego | Octavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |