1997 Ford Contour vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 417 kg more than 1977 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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Contour | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
