1983 Skoda L vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1072 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | L | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
