1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 8 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 730 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 2005 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | Octavia | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
