1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Ford Aerostar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aerostar (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Aerostar | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
