1978 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Skoda L is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 147 kg more than 1991 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, 1978 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1991 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Capri | L |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |