1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 352 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Octavia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |