1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 872 kg more than 1984 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 1984 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Crown Victoria | L |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |