1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 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 Mustang (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Mustang | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
