1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 615 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Charger | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
