1979 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 165 kg more than 1982 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 Ford Capri (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Capri | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
