2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 565 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mondeo | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
