2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Skoda Favorit. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
Make | Skoda | Skoda |
Model | Octavia | Favorit |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |