1968 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
