1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 625 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fairlane | L |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
