1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 9 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
