1981 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 201 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2007 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Granada | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
