1984 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 865 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, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
