1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fairlane | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
