1986 Ford Orion vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Because 1969 Skoda Octavia 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 1969 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, 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, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Orion | Octavia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |