1981 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 405 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Capri | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 825 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
