1975 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 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, 1979 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | L |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
