2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1980 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Freestar | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
