2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 156 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Skoda Octavia | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
Model | Octavia | Carlton |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |