1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Skoda | Honda |
Model | Octavia | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |