1980 Skoda L vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 660 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Skoda L | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Mazda |
| Model | L | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
