1993 Renault Express vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Express | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Express | Octavia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |