1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 535 kg more than 1979 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Charger | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 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 |
