1991 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Prelude | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
