1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 12 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 730 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, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Thunderbird | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
