1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 855 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1982 Skoda L | |
Make | Bitter | Skoda |
Model | Diplomat | L |
Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |