1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1964 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | GT 40 | L |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
