1986 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Octavia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |