2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-250 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | E-250 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
