2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
Model | Lanos | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |