1996 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2001 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |