1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 69 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Delta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
