1990 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 334 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |