1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 279 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Frontera | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |