1968 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 14 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 46 kg more than 1982 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 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 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 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |
