1980 Skoda L vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Skoda L | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
