1981 Skoda L vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 28 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1147 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Skoda L | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | L | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1044 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
