1968 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | L |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |