1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Because 1978 Ford Cortina 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Cortina | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
