1962 Skoda 1202 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1751 kg more than 1962 Skoda 1202. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda 1202 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | 1202 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
