1994 Skoda Felicia vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 242 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Skoda Felicia | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Felicia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
