1996 Rover 200 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 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 200 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
