2009 Ford GT vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | GT | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
