2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 413 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.
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 Ranger (250 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ranger | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
