1989 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
