1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fairlane | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2520 mm |
