1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Plymouth Neon | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
Model | Neon | Octavia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |