1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 508 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Gran Torino | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
