1978 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 338 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Octavia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 938 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |