1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1971 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-250 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2400 mm |
