1993 Proton Persona vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Persona | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Proton | Skoda |
| Model | Persona | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
