1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 1992 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 1992 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | V8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
