1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
