2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 108 kg more than 1993 Volvo 440.
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, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Octavia | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
