1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 205 (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 205 | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
