1974 Renault 12 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1981 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, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 12 | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
