1983 Skoda L vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 177 kg more than 1983 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
