2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 1993 Volvo 460
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 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Octavia | 460 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
