2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
