1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
