1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Mustang 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 1987 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Mustang | Octavia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |