2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Octavia | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
