2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |