1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 1979 Ford Falcon. 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Falcon | Octavia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |