1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 1 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge 600 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 365 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, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | L |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
