1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Lancer | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
