1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 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, 1978 Chrysler 160 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | 160 | L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
