1981 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Escort weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 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 Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
