1978 Skoda L vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | L | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
