1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 215 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Cortina | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |
