1982 Skoda L vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 561 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Skoda L | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | L | 118 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
