1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. 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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Corsair | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
