2009 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 486 kg more than 1982 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 Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
