2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1969 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 947 kg more than 1969 Skoda 110 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 Thunderbird (369 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1969 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Thunderbird | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
