1989 BMW 730 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1982 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 730 | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
