1982 Skoda L vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 755 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Skoda L | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | L | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
