1992 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Octavia (172 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
