1996 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |