1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 3 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 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 402 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | RX-7 | L |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
