2004 Ford Escape vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 548 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escape | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
