1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Falcon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
