1983 Skoda L vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 733 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
