1979 Chrysler Newport 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 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 985 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 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Newport | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2410 mm |
