1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 282 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | Octavia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3530 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2741 mm |
