1969 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Capri | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
