1973 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 366 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Escort 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 1973 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Escort | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
