1983 Nissan Micra vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,044 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda L weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Micra | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Micra | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
