1969 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 266 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, 2007 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 (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Capri | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
