2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2385 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Excursion | L |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 38 L |