1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Maverick | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
