1990 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1990 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Granada | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
