1983 Skoda L vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 655 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Citroen |
| Model | L | C5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
