2007 Audi S8 vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | S8 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
