1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 11 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
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, 2007 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Octavia | C30 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
