1996 Lotus Elan vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 1996 Lotus Elan and 1996 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
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 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elan | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Elan | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |