1968 AMC AMX vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 552 kg more than 1977 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | AMC | Skoda |
| Model | AMX | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
