1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 320 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 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2624 mm |