2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
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, 1998 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | HR-V | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
