1974 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Capri | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
