1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Daytona | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
