2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Lacetti | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
