1992 Ford Laser vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Laser would be higher. Both 1992 Ford Laser and 1997 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Laser (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser.
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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Laser | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Laser | Octavia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |