2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 6 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Cavalier | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
