1992 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | CRX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
