2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 609 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mondeo | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
