1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 309 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1989 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Zodiac | L |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |