1972 Skoda 110 L vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1865 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Skoda 110 L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 110 L. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1972 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1972 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Skoda 110 L | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | 110 L | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 136 L |
