2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 77 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | XT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
