1975 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 576 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
