2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Expedition | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5400 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 | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 38 L |
