2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 890 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Expedition | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 38 L |
