1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 45 L |
