2006 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 890 kg more than 1978 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 Focus (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
