2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet 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 15 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
