1994 Ford Royale vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Royale | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Royale | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
