2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-450 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 38 L |
