1980 Skoda L vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 399 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Skoda L | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | T5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
