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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 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 420 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.

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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 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 1896 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3000 RPM
Top Speed 177 km/hour 148 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 47 L


 

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