1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 44 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude.
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 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Prelude | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
