2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 710 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | Octavia | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
