1994 Rover 100 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 624 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 100 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 100 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
