1990 Renault Clio vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
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, 1990 Renault Clio (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Clio | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Clio | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |