1986 Ford Orion vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Orion (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Orion | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
