1987 Ford Laser vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser.
Because 1961 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 1961 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser, 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, 1987 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Laser | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
