1989 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 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, 1989 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
