1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 18 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 615 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Scorpio | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
