2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ranger | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
