2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Octavia | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |