2000 Ford Contour vs. 1969 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 588 kg more than 1969 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1969 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Contour | 110 L |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 31 L |