2006 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 351 kg more than 1981 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 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 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 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
