1982 Skoda L vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1982 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Skoda L | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | L | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
