1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 101 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Falcon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
