1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Skoda |
Model | Silver Spirit | Octavia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |