1999 Honda Today vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Today 1997 Skoda Octavia
Make Honda Skoda
Model Today Octavia
Year Released 1999 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1740 mm


 

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