1986 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 8 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | L |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |