2005 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 338 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
