2009 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 17 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia. 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 (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 159 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 | 1242 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |