2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | FPV BF GT | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
