1989 Ford Meteor vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Meteor | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
