1983 Skoda L vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
