1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Taurus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
