1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 102 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
