1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Spirit | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
