1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 673 kg more than 1984 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 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Chevelle | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
