1985 BMW 628 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 BMW 628 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 628 | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
