2002 Ford Escape vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 645 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escape | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
