1989 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 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 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 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 Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 |
