1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 520 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
