1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 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, 1970 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Corsair | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
