1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
