1970 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 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 152 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 1970 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 1970 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2005 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Capri | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
