1994 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
