1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 562 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
