1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 435 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 205 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
