1991 Ford Probe vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Ford Probe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Probe weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 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, 1991 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Probe | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Probe | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
