2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 147 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-350 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1044 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 | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 38 L |
