1984 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 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 Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
