1988 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (99 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
