1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 255 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Taunus 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 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Taunus | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Taunus | Octavia |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |