1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 805 kg more than 1979 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 Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fairlane | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fairlane | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
