2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1815 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-250 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 38 L |
