1984 Ford Laser vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Laser | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Laser | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
