1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 704 kg more than 1980 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
