1995 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
