2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 141 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | E-150 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1044 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 | 389 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
