1992 Honda Concerto vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto 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 1 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. 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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Concerto | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
