1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Tempo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
