2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 567 kg more than 1978 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 Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
