1991 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Astra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
