2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1609 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Expedition | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
