1978 Skoda L vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | L | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
