1999 Daewoo Leganza vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Leganza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Leganza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (131 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Leganza should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Leganza weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Leganza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Leganza | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Leganza | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
