1992 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
