1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 28 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Aerostar | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
