2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 920 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Thunderbird | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
