1983 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Skoda L weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
