1981 Skoda L vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Skoda L | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1044 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
