1975 Renault 30 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 495 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, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 30 | L |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
