1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 220 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 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Octavia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |