1975 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Capri | Octavia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3530 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |