1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 303 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Cortina | L |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
