1998 Skoda Octavia vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Skoda Octavia | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |