2008 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 262 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
