1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 13 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 116 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Octavia | HHR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2629 mm |
