1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460.
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, 1995 Volvo 460 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Skoda Octavia | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Octavia | 460 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
