1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 663 kg more than 1980 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 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
