1984 Skoda L vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Skoda L | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
