1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1970 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mustang (637 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
