1997 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 291 kg more than 1997 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Vectra. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Vectra | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Vectra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
