1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Octavia | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |