1981 Skoda L vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Exige weights approximately 117 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Skoda L | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Skoda | Lotus |
| Model | L | Exige |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1044 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |
