1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Octavia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
