2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 288 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Expedition | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
