1990 Ford Laser vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Laser weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 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, 1990 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Laser | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
