1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
