1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1405 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
