2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Skoda | Venturi |
| Model | Octavia | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
